eminence — fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈemɪnəns/
Korean meaning: 명성, 저명함, 탁월함
Korean pronunciation: **에**미넌스
Example Sentences
- His eminence as a chef was so great that even his burnt toast became a delicacy.
- She reached eminence in neuroscience through decades of research.
- The professor's eminence was so intimidating that students googled his achievements before asking questions.
eminence
NOUN//ˈemɪnəns//
fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
The aging scientist's eminence drew students from across the world to her lecture.
Eminence brings prominence, but lacks permanence
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'eminentia'에서 유래했으며, '튀어나옴, 돌출'을 의미했습니다. 마치 평평한 땅에서 높이 솟아오른 언덕처럼, 평범한 사람들 사이에서 두드러지게 뛰어난 사람을 표현하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“His eminence as a chef was so great that even his burnt toast became a delicacy.”
“She reached eminence in neuroscience through decades of research.”
“The professor's eminence was so intimidating that students googled his achievements before asking questions.”
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